Travis Cottrell - You Don't Stand Alone Lyrics
Lyrics
When your hands alone can't grip the hurricane
Cause there's no way you can hold each drop of rain
And playgrounds have turned into battlefields
And you dream about the way you used to feel
No escape, was only through
Know that He is right here next to you
Every breath is give and take
Every moment bend and break
Don't lose hope
On this road
You don't stand alone
You'll be reaching higher than the tallest pines
One day you will leave this storm behind
It's hard to see the sun behind the clouds
But He is right here with you even now
Take a breath
Don't give up
Lay aside your fears for deeper love
Every breath is give and take
Every moment bend and break
Don't lose hope
On this road
You don't stand alone
In your midnight, He'll be your light
Till your stars are shining
Hand in hand He'll lead your safely home
Every breath is give and take
Every moment bend and break
Don't lose hope
On this road
You don't stand alone
Every breath is give and take
Every moment bend and break
Don't lose hope
On this road
Don't lose hope
On this road
Don't lose hope
You don't stand alone
Video
You Don't Stand Alone (feat. Nicole C. Mullen)
Meaning & Inspiration
Travis Cottrell's "You Don't Stand Alone," released as part of the *Found (Deluxe Edition)* on July 21, 2023, offers a powerful and deeply encouraging message of unwavering divine presence in the face of life's most overwhelming challenges. The song grapples with the raw reality of suffering, acknowledging moments when our own strength feels utterly insufficient. It paints vivid pictures of helplessness, like being unable to grip a hurricane or hold back a deluge of rain, and the unsettling shift from innocence to a harsh, often combative, existence. The lyrics tap into a primal yearning for a lost sense of peace, the comfort we once knew before the storms of life descended. However, amidst this profound acknowledgment of struggle, the song pivots to a central, foundational truth: salvation and solace are found not in self-reliance, but in a divine companionship.
The core message of "You Don't Stand Alone" resonates deeply with biblical narratives of God's steadfastness. The recurring refrain, "Know that He is right here next to you," and "He is right here with you even now," echoes promises found throughout Scripture. Isaiah 41:10 is a prime example, declaring, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." This is not a passive presence, but an active, strengthening one, as the song implies when it speaks of laying aside fears for a deeper love. The imagery of God being our light in the deepest darkness, our "midnight," directly mirrors Psalm 27:1: "The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the defense of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?" Furthermore, the assurance of being led "hand in hand" towards safety is a beautiful testament to God's guiding care, reminiscent of Psalm 23:4, which states, "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." The song's emphasis on enduring through hardship – "Every breath is give and take, every moment bend and break" – speaks to the biblical understanding of the trials of faith, which often refine and strengthen believers, as outlined in James 1:2-4: "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." The song's ultimate encouragement to "Don't lose hope" is the unwavering call to trust in God's sustaining power, a theme woven throughout the entire tapestry of the Bible, from the deliverance of Israel to the ultimate victory won through Christ. "You Don't Stand Alone" serves as a potent anthem of faith, reminding listeners that even when they feel most vulnerable and isolated, the divine hand is ever-present, offering strength, light, and a sure path through every storm.